This is the time to make your legacy estate here on 30A behind the gates of Watersound Beach. This four-bedroom, five-bath masterpiece occupies a premier corner lot just steps from a private boardwalk to the Gulf. Designed for both sophistication and comfort, the home offers 320 square feet of inviting outdoor living and timeless architectural charm framed by white picket fences and coastal porches. The main level presents a grand open concept living area anchored by a chef's kitchen featuring BlueStar & Sub-Zero appliances, bespoke KraftMaid cabinetry, and quartz countertops. The primary suite is a true retreat with a spa-inspired bath—complete with a walk-in shower, separate tile tub, dual vanity, and a boutique-style dressing closet. Three additional guest suites upstairs provide private accommodations, each with its own ensuite bath and walk-in closet. Approved renderings for a garage, carriage house, and private pool allow for future expansion, elevating this residence into your own legacy estate. Sold fully furnished, rental-ready, with projections nearing $180K annually, this property captures the essence of the 30A lifestyle.
For sale
Price cut: $200K (2/11)
$3,295,000
8 Watch Tower Ln S, Inlet Beach, FL 32461
4beds
2,626sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 2005
6,534 Square Feet Lot
$3,016,000 Zestimate®
$1,255/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Coastal porchesQuartz countertopsWhite picket fencesSpa-inspired bathBoutique-style dressing closetTimeless architectural charmSeparate tile tub
- 171 days |
- 985 |
- 14 |
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: March 20, 2026 at 05:48am
Listed by:
Nikki Nickerson 850-585-1129,
30A Coastal Life LLC,
James B Loznicka 850-665-0664,
30A Coastal Life LLC
Source: ECAOR,MLS#: 986788
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 5
Primary bedroom
- Level: First
- Area: 195 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15 x 13
Bedroom
- Level: Second
- Area: 132 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 x 11
Bedroom
- Level: Second
- Area: 150 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15 x 10
Bedroom
- Level: Second
- Area: 384 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 24 x 16
Dining area
- Level: First
- Area: 80 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10 x 8
Kitchen
- Level: First
- Area: 154 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14 x 11
Living room
- Level: First
- Area: 182 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14 x 13
Heating
- Central, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s)
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Freezer, Microwave, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Washer, Gas Water Heater, Tankless Water Heater
- Laundry: Washer/Dryer Hookup
Features
- Beamed Ceilings, Crown Molding, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Kitchen Island, Recessed Lighting, Owner's Closet, Pantry
- Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
- Windows: Double Pane Windows, Window Treatments
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Gas
- Furnished: Yes
- Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,626
- Total interior livable area: 2,626 sqft
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Detached Carport, Golf Cart Garage, Guest, Other, Oversized, Covered
- Carport spaces: 2
Features
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Covered, Screened
- Exterior features: Outdoor Shower, Sprinkler System
- Fencing: Partial
- On waterfront: Yes
Lot
- Size: 6,534 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 61 x 103 x 66 x 97
- Features: Corner Lot, Covenants, Easements, Level, Restrictions, Survey Available, Within 1/2 Mile to Water
Details
- Parcel number: 203S18160100000220
- Zoning description: Resid Single Family
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Beach House
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Concrete, Wood Siding, Trim Wood, Siding CmntFbrHrdBrd
- Foundation: Pillar/Post/Pier
- Roof: Composition,Shingle
Condition
- Construction Complete
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2005
Utilities & green energy
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: BBQ Pit/Grill, Beach, Community Room, Deed Access, Fishing, Gated, Pavillion/Gazebo, Picnic Area, Playground, Pool, TV Cable, Waterfront, Short Term Rental - Allowed
- Security: Security System
- Subdivision: WATERSOUND BEACH
HOA
- Services included: Maintenance Grounds, Land Recreation, Legal, Licenses/Permits, Management, Recreational Faclty, Security, Cable TV, Trash, Internet
Location
- Region: Inlet Beach
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $1,255/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $2,326,271
- Annual tax amount: $20,613
- Date on market: 10/3/2025
- Road surface type: Paved
Estimated market value
$3,016,000
$2.87M - $3.17M
$5,797/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2/11/2026 | Price change | $3,295,000-5.7%$1,255/sqft |
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| 10/3/2025 | Listed for sale | $3,495,000-4.2%$1,331/sqft |
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| 11/25/2024 | Listing removed | $3,650,000$1,390/sqft |
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| 9/24/2024 | Price change | $3,650,000-3.8%$1,390/sqft |
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| 5/16/2024 | Listed for sale | $3,795,000-2.6%$1,445/sqft |
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| 6/29/2022 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 5/19/2022 | Price change | $3,894,9990%$1,483/sqft |
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| 4/28/2022 | Price change | $3,895,000-2.6%$1,483/sqft |
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| 3/25/2022 | Listed for sale | $4,000,000+100%$1,523/sqft |
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| 9/23/2020 | Sold | $2,000,000-12.9%$762/sqft |
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| 8/11/2020 | Pending sale | $2,295,000$874/sqft |
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| 6/21/2020 | Listed for sale | $2,295,000+50.5%$874/sqft |
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| 5/2/2007 | Sold | $1,525,000$581/sqft |
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Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $20,613 +5.2% | $2,195,090 +10% |
| 2023 | $19,599 +5.5% | $1,995,536 +10% |
| 2022 | $18,578 +16.4% | $1,814,124 +10% |
| 2021 | $15,964 +14.8% | $1,649,204 +18.4% |
| 2020 | $13,903 +2.8% | $1,392,791 +2.3% |
| 2019 | $13,522 | $1,361,561 +2.5% |
| 2018 | $13,522 +3.3% | $1,328,464 +8% |
| 2017 | $13,084 +9.6% | $1,230,249 +5.5% |
| 2016 | $11,940 +6.5% | $1,165,610 +5.5% |
| 2015 | $11,206 +5.8% | $1,104,382 +18.2% |
| 2014 | $10,594 | $934,033 +12% |
| 2013 | -- | $834,033 +19.2% |
| 2012 | -- | $699,690 +1.7% |
| 2011 | -- | $687,690 -13.4% |
| 2010 | -- | $794,012 -22% |
| 2009 | -- | $1,018,563 -6.1% |
| 2008 | -- | $1,084,237 -8.2% |
| 2007 | -- | $1,180,487 +49.4% |
| 2005 | -- | $790,000 +143.1% |
| 2004 | -- | $325,000 +13063.2% |
| 2003 | -- | $2,469 |
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Est. payment
$18,736/mo
Principal & interest
$16182
Property taxes
$2554
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: WaterSound Beach
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 10/10Bay Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 3 mi
- 8/10Emerald Coast Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 4.6 mi
- 8/10South Walton High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 8.5 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Dune Lakes
- Middle: Emerald Coast
- High: South Walton
Source: ECAOR. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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